Each year, Veterans’ Week is an opportunity to reaffirm that, as Canadians, we each have a duty to reflect on and commemorate the sacrifices of all those who have served and continue to serve our country in times of war, military conflict and peace.
Quick facts
- Every year, in the lead up to Remembrance Day, Canadians observe Veterans’ Week from November 5-11.
- This year’s Veterans’ Week poster features two crew members of a RCAF CH-148 Cyclone helicopter looking down on HMCS Montréal. The Canadian warship and helicopter air detachment were serving in the Mediterranean Sea as part of Operation Reassurance.
- Since the end of the Korean War, hundreds of thousands of Canadians have served in uniform.
- More than 1.5 million Canadians and Newfoundlanders served in the great conflicts of the 20th century. Canadians can learn about their stories, recognize their courageous efforts and honour their sacrifices by participating in Veterans’ Week activities across the country.
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